Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology - MST30819

Course Overview

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Average Course Duration: 6 Months

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Description

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge required to work in applied design and production roles within the clothing and fashion industry.

This qualification is suitable for workers producing fashion products where a basic understanding of design and marketing as well as sewing skills for specialist machinists, support roles in patternmaking, production of digitally printed or embroidered fabrics or garments is needed.

Items to be produced would include a single or small range of products. This qualification is particularly suitable for those who are self-employed undertaking low volume production of items for local distribution outlets, for example, markets.

Elective units of competency can be chosen to meet the specialist skills needs of the area of application.

No occupational licensing or certification requirements exist at the time of publication.

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Satisfied with Training

Percentage of graduates of this course who were satisfied with the training.

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates of this course who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay.

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Engineering and Related Technologies field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating (Certificate III).

Jobs

Graduates of this course are most often employed as:

17%

Community and Personal Service Workers

Industries

Graduates of this course are most often employed in:

12.4%

Health Care and Social Assistance

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

Financial Assistance

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Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Textiles, Clothing and Footwear Career Pathway

Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology is in the Engineering and Related Technologies Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Textiles, Clothing and Footwear.

Stream

Clothing Production

Fashion, Textile Design & Merchandising

Certificate II

Fashion Design Assistant

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Sample Machinist

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Textile Fabrication & Production

Footwear Production and Repair

Leather Production

Millinery

Dry Cleaning & Laundry Operations

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Note: Information provided as a guide only. Chart developed by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au). Information in this chart may be reproduced with acknowledgement of its source: "The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au/jpc) funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations".

Australian Apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

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Units & Packaging

Total number of units = 19

4 core units of competency

15 elective units of competency, consisting of:

at least 6 units from the specialist electives list (Group A, B, C, D and/or E)

at least 4 units from Group E general electives

the remaining 5 units may be selected from:

units not previously selected from Group A, B, C, D or E

units from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course where those units are available at Certificate II level, Certificate III level or Certificate IV level. These units must be relevant to the work outcome and not duplicate units available within this qualification.

Any combination of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the MST30819 Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology

Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.

Packaging for Specialisations

Electives must be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation area as follows:

At least 6 Group A electives must be selected for award of Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology (Fashion Design)

At least 6 Group B electives must be selected for award of Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology (Clothing Technician)

At least 6 Group C electives must be selected for award of Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology (Digital Embroidery)

At least 6 Group D electives must be selected for award of Certificate III in Applied Fashion Design and Technology (Digital Printing)

Core units

Select all4 units of competency from the following list:

Unit code	Unit title
MSMENV272	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
MSMWHS200	Work safely
MSS402051	Apply quality standards
MSTGN2013	Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry

Specialist electives

Group A - Fashion Design

Unit code	Unit title	Prerequisite unit
MSTCL3001	Identify fabric performance and handling requirements	MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3002	Prepare and produce a complex whole garment from specifications	MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3009	Develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking principles
MSTCL3013	Interpret patterns and apply pattern information
MSTFD3001	Market design product to local outlets
MSTFD3002	Design and produce Indigenous printed textiles to a brief	MSTFD2002 Apply printing techniques to produce Indigenous textile designs MSTFD2003 Apply dyeing techniques to produce Indigenous textile designs MSTFD2004 Work within an Indigenous cultural framework
MSTFD3003	Prepare design concept for a simple garment	MSTCL2011 Draw and interpret a basic sketch MSTFD2005 Identify design process for fashion designs
MSTFD3004	Draw a trade drawing for fashion design

Group B - Clothing Technician

Unit code	Unit title	Prerequisite unit
MSTCL3001	Identify fabric performance and handling requirements	MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3002	Prepare and produce a complex whole garment from specifications	MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3015	Perform garment repairs and alterations	MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3005	Lay up and cut complicated fabrics and lays	MSTCL2007 Lay up, mark and cut uncomplicated fabrics and lays
MSTCL3006	Assemble bra or swimwear	MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3007	Embellish garment by hand or machine	MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3008	Set and produce digital embroidery
MSTCL3009	Develop patterns from a block using basic patternmaking principles
MSTCL3010	Sew woven and stretch knit garments	MSTFD2006 Use a sewing machine for fashion design MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTCL3012	Make marker for complicated fabrics and lays	MSTCL2007 Lay up, mark and cut uncomplicated fabrics and lays
MSTCL3013	Interpret patterns and apply pattern information
MSTTX3014	Set up, adjust and maintain industrial sewing machines

Group C - Digital Embroidery

Unit code	Unit title	Prerequisite unit
CUACMP311	Implement copyright arrangements
MSTDE3001	Apply hooping and fabric handling techniques	MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTDE3002	Digitise artwork for computerised embroideries	MSTDE3001 Apply hooping and fabric handling techniques MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTDE3003	Apply advanced digitising techniques to produce computerised embroideries	MSTDE3001 Apply hooping and fabric handling techniques MSTDE3002 Digitise artwork for computerised embroideries MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTDE3004	Generate artwork for computerised embroideries
MSTDE3005	Replicate traditional hand craft techniques	MSTDE3001 Apply hooping and fabric handling techniques MSTDE3002 Digitise artwork for computerised embroideries MSTDE3003 Apply advanced digitising techniques to produce computerised embroideries MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTDE3006	Digitise text to produce embroidered lettering	MSTDE3001 Apply hooping and fabric handling techniques MSTDE3002 Digitise artwork for computerised embroideries MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTDE3007	Demonstrate features of digitised embroidery machines
MSTDE3008	Produce embroidery from digitised images
MSTDE3009	Maintain computerised embroidery machines

Group D - Digital Printing

Unit code	Unit title	Prerequisite unit
CUACMP311	Implement copyright arrangements
ICPPRN284	Use colour management systems
ICPPRN3830	Prepare for personalised digital printing
ICPPRN3850	Apply software applications to digital production	ICPSUP2810 Use computer systems in the printing and graphic arts sectors
ICPPRN3870	Use colour management for production	ICPPRN284 Use colour management systems
ICPPRN3900	Generate proofs for digital production
ICPPRN3920	Set up and produce specialised digital print
ICPSUP2810	Use computer systems in the printing and graphic arts sectors

Group E – General Electives

Unit code	Unit title	Prerequisite unit
BSBDES202	Evaluate the nature of design in a specific industry context
BSBDES301	Explore the use of colour
BSBDES302	Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms
BSBSMB304	Determine resource requirements for the micro business
BSBSMB305	Comply with regulatory, taxation and insurance requirements for the micro business
ICPPRN2820	Produce and manage basic digital print
ICPPRN3880	Preflight and import complex images for digital device
ICPPRN3890	Manage digital files
MSMSUP382	Provide coaching/mentoring in the workplace
MSTCL2007	Lay up, mark and cut uncomplicated fabrics and lays
MSTCL2009	Despatch work
MSTCL2010	Modify patterns to create basic styles
MSTCL2011	Draw and interpret a basic sketch
MSTCL2012	Organise and plan own work in a home-based production environment
MSTFD2001	Design and produce a simple garment
MSTFD2002	Apply printing techniques to produce Indigenous textile designs	MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTFD2003	Apply dyeing techniques to produce Indigenous textile designs	MSTGN2013 Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
MSTFD2004	Work within an Indigenous cultural framework
MSTFD2005	Identify design process for fashion designs
MSTFD2006	Use a sewing machine for fashion design
MSTGN2016	Use steaming and pressing equipment in TCF production
MSTGN2018	Work in the TCF industry
MSTGN2019	Work in a team environment
MSTGN2005	Perform minor maintenance
MSTGN2020	Perform test or inspection to check product quality
MSTGN3009	Coordinate work of team or section
MSTGN2014	Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace
MSTGN3014	Organise and plan own work to achieve planned outcomes
MSTGN3003	Estimate and cost job
MSS402010	Manage the impact of change on own work
MSS402082	Apply cost factors to work practices
MSS402031	Interpret product costs in terms of customer requirements
MSS402080	Undertake root cause analysis
SIRXPDK001	Advise on products and services

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